Hubble Space Telescope image of spiral galaxy NGC 613, showcasing a supernova (SN 2016gkg) captured by amateur astronomer Victor Buso in its earliest optically observed stage. Inset shows before & after images from Buso's telescope, highlighting the newly appeared supernova. The discovery was incredibly rare, likened to winning the lottery.

Astronomy Picture from 28/02/2018

NGC 613 in Dust, Stars, and a Supernova

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap180228.html


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